AboutJim Hyland Expertise I am an expert in Forestry, Forest Entomology, Forest Pest Control, and Forest Health. Extensive knowledge in Identification of insects and diseases of trees. Expert on Bark beetles and other insects that attack forests. Also a Registrated Forester with extensive knowledge in the management and care of forests.
Experience 34 years as State Pest Management Chief in a Southern state. Extensive knowledge in Forestry.
BS with major in Forest Management and Entomology Registered Forester Certified Pesticide Appicator
Question Hello, I live in Austin, TX. The home builder planted live oak trees in the front yard that seemed to have grown nearly nothing in the last 2 1/2 yrs. Is there any organic practice that could boost the growth of these trees?
Answer Newly planted Oaks seem to s grow a root system before they start to put on much height growth. I would help this process along by fertilizing the trees with 13-13-13 fertilizer. Spread about a double handful around the tree and water this into the ground and mulch around the tree Repeat the fertilizer about every couple of months until the fall. Make sure the tree gets at least 1 inch of water each week so it can absorb the fertilizer.
